Free webinar 24th September - From data to decisions: making the most of soil phosphorus for sustainable agriculture

Experts from NRM and Natural England, the government’s adviser for the natural environment in England, are holding a critical webinar at 2pm on Wednesday 24^th September titled “From data to decisions: making the most of soil phosphorus for sustainable agriculture”.

This free virtual event will centre around how the latest soil analysis data can guide phosphorus nutrition planning to support optimal crop yield whilst minimising environmental impact.

Register to secure your space here.

Can’t make it? Register anyway and we’ll let you know when the recording is available to watch.

Why attend?

Understanding what’s in your soil before you apply inorganic phosphorus fertiliser is essential. Soil phosphorus (P) levels that are too high or too low can undermine crop performance and harm the environment. Excess P can cause nutrient imbalances and water quality issues, while deficiency restricts root growth, development, and yield. Striking the right balance is therefore critical.

NRM’s dataset shows that nearly 70% of soils in arable rotations are off target, along with 70% in grass silage and 75% in grazing systems. Grain analysis for winter wheat reflects a similar trend. The question is: does current phosphorus management truly support both yield and environmental goals, or do we need to rethink our approach using data-driven insights?

• Discover the latest research on phosphorus and its impact on agriculture, including the latest trends in levels across the UK
• Explore insightful data from soil and grain analyses using one of the UK’s largest datasets to understand where soils are under or over-supplied, as well as implications for the industry overall
• Gain practical insights and innovative strategies for making the most of soil phosphorus for efficient nutrient management
• Learn about the importance of optimised fertiliser applications to minimise losses to the environment and improve sustainable farming practices
• Engage in a live Q&A session with agronomists and our expert speakers
• You’ll get 1 BASIS CPD point just for attending!

Meet our expert panel:

Our expert panel will be available to answer all your questions, facilitated by our host, NRM’s Sophie Cath.

• Dr Sajjad Awan, Soil & Crop Nutrition Agronomist at NRM
• Nigel Simpson, Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) Agricultural Lead at Natural England
• Alli Arden, Agronomy Manager at NRM, supporting all things agronomy
• Sean Stevenson, Director of Product at Cawood Agriculture, answering questions around analysis in the laboratory
• John Davies, Senior Advisor (Agriculture), Environment & Business Directorate at the Environment Agency, for any queries around the Farming Rules for Water

Our webinar is ideal for anyone interested in understanding soil analysis data and how it can improve phosphorus nutrition planning whilst minimising environmental impact.

• Farmers & growers: understand the role of P in crop performance, optimise fertiliser spend, and improve yields.
• Agronomists & crop advisors: support nutrient recommendations with evidence-based data.
• Environmental advisors/Catch Sensitive Farming officers: balance crop productivity with water quality and sustainability goals.
• Food industry & supply chain managers: understand how nutrient use efficiency and assurance schemes support sustainability.
• Researchers, students & technical staff: obtain a clear, data-backed refresher on P dynamics in soils and crops.

Early registration is encouraged to reserve your space. Register here.